I was fortunate enough to be asked to perform at this years Red Ribbon show under the direction and vision of Johnny Woo Foxx (Jonathan Reitan) but I felt extremely guilty that I couldn't put something fabulous together because I was homeless. I couldn't buy great outfits, train a bunch of back up dancers or build a set. Instead I did Janet Jackson's song "Feedback" and hoped for the best.
When my dear friend Fabulanzaa announced me on stage I thought I was going to puke because it was such a warm, loving and kind entrance that I thought....I'm never going to measure up to that. She was so wonderful and I cherish her friendship...along with Mr. Woo as well.
When I concluded my song, I got a round of applause a few people tipped me. Most of the people from Salem stonewalled me, yet again but I kept my head high and kept trucking on. Thats all I can really do despite such adversity. I am a loving and caring person that tries her heart out to make things work. I volunteer all my time, and energy trying to make the world a better place and sometimes I fail. I feel like a failure now.
However that being said we did raise (collectively but mostly through the work of Johnny) that night 26,000.00 for HIV charities. Im honored to call him my friend but ashamed that I didn't do better-
SVJ
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